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description for "Basil: Ocimum x citriodorum 'Siam Queen'"

1997 All-America Selections Winner. A popular ingredient in Thai and Vietnamese cuisine. The delectable flavor and aroma of 'Siam Queen' is lightly crushed leaves is sweet and spicy with an anise overtone. Young shoots can be harvested up to 4 months or more. Attractive plants grow 2 to 3 1/2 ft. with large leaves, purple stems and pink-purple inflorescences. A tasty treat that is also ornamental. -- edited by dtd pbcouchman